County Judge will call meeting to order, declare quorum if present, and declare notices legally posted pursuant to Open Meetings Act §551 Motion to open meeting Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance - County Judge Todd Little
Recognitions/Commendations/Awards
AA Recognition/Proclamation in honor of Ms. Evelyn Pace. -Todd Little, County Judge AB Proclamation in honor of 1/77 Scout Platoon. - Todd Little, County Judge
Consideration and action: Administrative: Al Approval of Regular Bills, Payroll, and Officers' Reports. A2 Approval of Commissioners' Court Minutes from August 13, 2019. - Krystal Valdez, County Clerk A3 Approval of completion of hours for Todd Little, County Judge - 2019 annual County Investment Academy education. - Todd Little, County Judge A4 Acceptance of hours for Cheryl Chambers, County Treasurer - 2019 annual County Investment Academy education requirement, 2019 annual County Treasurers' Association of Texas education requirement, and 2019-2020 Public Funds Investment Act education Requirement. - Cheryl Chambers, Treasurer A6 Acceptance of regular monthly reports for Texas AgriLife Extension agents. - Mark Arnold, Texas AgriLife Extension A7 Approval of the Intergovernmental Transfer (IGT) of Local Provider Participation Funds (LPPF) for Baylor Scott & White Waxahachie and Ennis Regional Hospital for the final DY8 Uncompensated Care (UC) payment to the State of Texas in an amount not to exceed the LPPF account balance. - Cheryl Chambers, Treasurer A8 Acceptance of 2019 Surplus Distribution from Texas Association of Counties Health and Employee Benefits Pool in the amount of $36,129.84. - Todd Little, County Judge Financial: Fl From 009-0602-400080 FMl-lnterlocal $53,717.20 To 009-0602-508020 FMl-Purchase of Equipment $53,717.20 - Randy Stinson, Commissioner, Road & Bridge Precinct 1 F2 From 009-0602-508070 FMl-Gen Misc. $40,000.00 To 009-0602-509110 FMl-Gravel $40,000.00 - Randy Stinson, Commissioner, Road & Bridge Precinct 1 F3 From 009-0602-509080 FMl-Lumber $10,000.00 To 009-0602-509060 FMl-Culverts $10,000.00 - Randy Stinson, Commissioner, Road & Bridge Precinct 1 F4 From 009-0602-509130 FMl-Chemicals $2,000.00 To 009-0602-509070 FMl-Tires $2,000.00 -Randy Stinson, Commissioner, Road & Bridge Precinct 1 F5 From 003-0601-508070 RBI-Gen Misc. $1,000.00 To 003-0601-508050 RBl-Conf/Dues $1,000.00 - Randy Stinson, Commissioner, Road & Bridge Precinct 1 F6 From 001-0614-508110 Auto Insurance $220.00; 001-0614-508060 Bonds $350.00; 001-0614-508050 Conference $700.00; 001-0614-508020 Equipment $940.00 To 001-0614-508190 Computer $2,090.00; 001-0614-508100 Auto Tires $20.00; 001-0614-507030 Telephone $100.00 - Mike Jones, Constable, Precinct 4 F7 From 001-0360-508880 Computer Service $2,500.00 To 001-0360-508330 Court Reporting $2,500.00 - Vance Hinds, County & District Attorney's Office F8 From 010-0653-509120 FM2 Bridge Repairs $2,000.00 To 010-0653-509090 FM2 Repairs Parts $2,000.00 - Lane Grayson, Commissioner, Road & Bridge Precinct 2 F9 From 001-0060-508080 Auto Gas $900.00; 001-0060-508090 Auto Repair $600.00; 001-0060-508100 Auto Tires $300.00; 001-0060-508730 Office Equip Maint Rps $300.00 To 001-0060-508010 Supplies $150.00; 001-0060-508190 Computer $1,950.00 -Alberto Mares, Department of Development F10 From 001-0230-508900 Co Supply Room $1,700.00 To 001-0230-508880 Computer Service $1,700.00 - EJ Harbin, Purchasing Fll From 001-0430-508080 Gas $400.00 To 001-0430-508680 EMC Contract Services (Copier) $400.00 -Samantha Pickett, Emergency Management F12 From 001-0370-508010 Supplies $3,000.00 To 001-0370-508020 Equipment $3,000.00 -John Bridges, Tax Assessor & Collector F13 From 042-0942-303020 Fund Balance $727.83 To 042-0942-508020 Equipment $727.83 -Chuck Edge, Sheriff F14 From 001-0010-506030 Ammunition $49.50; 001-0010-508030 Furniture $176.60; 001-0010-508190 Computer $32.12; 001-0010-508650 Pre-EmpI Screening $866.29; 001-0010-508700 Estray $1,000.00; 001-0010-509010 K9 Supplies & Expenses $4,000.00; 001-0010-509040 Animal Control $1,000.00; 001-0010-509380 Warrant Reviews $2,000.00 To 001-0010-507040 Pest Control $115.00; 001-0010-508010 Supplies $3,208.72; 001-0010-508070 Gen Misc $49.50; 001-0010-508090 Auto Repairs $4,000.00; 001-0010-508100 Auto Tires $751.29; 001-0010- 508890 Transport Expense $1,000.00 - Chuck Edge, Sheriff F15 From 001-0015-508650 Pre-EmpI Screening $265.27 To 001-0015-508020 Equipment $265.27 -Chuck Edge, Sheriff F16 From 001-0540-508050 Conference $600.00; 001-0540-506020 Staff Travel $600.00; 001-0540-507030 Telephone $1,000.00; 001-0540-508030 Office Furniture/Fixture $350.00; 001-0540-508060 Official Bond $200.00; 001-0540-508730 Maint/Rps Ofc Equip $600.00 To 001-0540-506010 Travel Reimbursement $600.00; 001-0540-508020 Equipment $2,400.00; 001-0540-508010 Supplies $350.00 - Steve Egan, Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 F17 From 001-0035-508080 Auto Gas/Oil $100.00; 001-0035-506010 Travel Reimbursement $500.00; 001-0035-508010 Supplies $10,000.00; 001-0035-508050 Conference $3,500.00; 001-0035-508680 Contract Services $4,500.00 To 001-0035-508840 Auto Insurance $100.00; 001-0035-508190 Computer $18,500.00 - Teral Crawford, Information Technology F18 From 001-0190-508020 Equipment $750.00; 001-0190-508730 Maint/Rps Ofc Equip $750.00 To 001-0190-508050 Conference $1,500.00 - William Wallace, 378th District Court F19 From 001-0375-509330 Consultant $4,050.00 To 001-0375-508190 Computer $1,750.00; 001-0375-506010 Travel Reimbursement $1,000.00; 001-0375-508010 Supplies $1,300.00 - Ted Kantor, Engineering F20 From 001-0520-508020 Equipment $1,300.00; 001-0520-508050 Conference $500.00; 001-0520-508740 Docket Books/Printing $200.00; 001-0520-506020 Staff Travel $400.00 To 001-0520-508010 Supplies $1,970.00; 001-0520-508730 Maint/Rps Office Equip $430.00-Jackie Miller, Jr., Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 F21 From 001-0320-506010 Travel Reimbursement $600.00; 001-0320-507030 Telephone $3,500.00; 001-0320-508050 Conference $760.00; 001-0320-508060 Official Bond/Dues $1,000.00; 001-0320-508730 Maint/Rps Ofc Equip $800.00 To 001-0320-508010 Supplies $6,660.00 - Krystal Valdez, County Clerk F22 From 001-0180-508020 Equipment $543.17 To 001-0180-506980 Law Books/Dues $343.17; 001-0180-506010 Travel Reimbursement $200.00 - Bob Carroll, 40th District Court F23 From 001-0420-508940 Secure Residential $85,100.00 To 001-0420-508720 Audit $100.00; 001-0420-508780 Juv Residential $75,000.00; 001-0420-508750 Juv Psychological $10,000.00-Miykael Reeve, CGFO, Audit, on behalf of Juvenile Board F24 From 001-0390-508730 Maint-Rsp Ofc Equip $1,475.00; 001-0390-508050 Conference $175; 001-0390-506060 Official Bond/Dues $600.00 To 001-0390-506010 Travel Reimbursement $1,000.00; 001-0390-508190 Computer $1,250.00 - Todd Little, County Judge
PUBLIC HEARINGS: Proposed increase of the following expenses of elected officials for Budget FY 2019-2020, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §152.013. Constable, Precinct 1, Roy Callender, Jr. - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $61,732 to $66,233. - Proposed increase of $2,000 to conference. Increase from $1,000 to $3,000. Constable, Precinct 2, Terry Nay - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $61,732 to $66,233. - Proposed increase of $2,000 to conference. Increase from $1,000 to $3,000. Constable, Precinct 3, Curtis Polk, Jr. - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $61,732 to $66,233. - Proposed increase of $2,000 to conference. Increase from $1,000 to $3,000. Constable, Precinct 4, Mike Jones - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $61,732 to $66,233. - Proposed increase of $2,000 to conference. Increase from $1,000 to $3,000. Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1, Chris Macon - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $67,698 to $72,468. - Proposed increase of $500 to conference. Increase from $2,500 to $3,000. - Proposed increase of $700 from travel reimbursement to auto allowance. Increase from $6,500 to $7,200. Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2, Jackie Miller, Jr. - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $67,698 to $72,468. - Proposed increase of $700 from travel reimbursement to auto allowance. Increase from $6,500 to $7,200. Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3, Dan Cox - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $67,698 to $72,468. - Proposed increase of $700 from travel reimbursement to auto allowance. Increase from $6,500 to $7,200. Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4, Steve Egan - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $67,698 to $72,468. - Proposed increase of $500 to conference. Increase from $2,500 to $3,000. - Proposed increase of $700 from travel reimbursement to auto allowance. Increase from $6,500 to $7,200. County Clerk, Krystal Valdez - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $74,630 to $79,130. District Clerk, Melanie Reed - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $74,630 to $79,130. - Proposed increase of $1,000 to conference. Increase from $2,000 to $3,000. County Tax Assessor/Collector, John Bridges - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $74,630 to $79,130. County Treasurer, Cheryl Chambers - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $74,630 to $79,130. Commissioner, Precinct 1, Randy Stinson - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $84,960 to $89,460. - Proposed increase of $500 to conference. Increase from $2,500 to $3,000. Commissioner, Precinct 2, Lane Grayson - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $84,960 to $89,460. - Proposed increase of $500 to conference. Increase from $2,500 to $3,000. Commissioner, Precinct 3, Paul Perry - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $84,960 to $89,460. Commissioner, Precinct 4, Kyle Butler - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $84,960 to $89,460. - Proposed increase of $500 to conference. Increase from $2,500 to $3,000. Sheriff, Charles Edge - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $92,596 to $97,096. - Proposed increase of $1,300 to conference. Increase from $1,700 to $3,000. County and District Attorney, Patrick Wilson - Proposed increase of $607, for Juvenile Board Supplement, to salary. Increase from $12,132 to $12,739 as follows: State Funded Base Salary: $168,000 County Atty Supplement: $12,739 Total Salary: $180,739 40th District Judge, Bob Carroll - Proposed increase of $607, for Juvenile Board Supplement, to salary. Increase from $12,132 to $12,739 as follows: State Funded Base Salary: $168,000 Juvenile Board Supplement: $12,739 Total Salary: $180,739 443rd District Judge, Cindy Ermatinger - Proposed increase of $607, for Juvenile Board Supplement, to salary. Increase from $12,132 to $12,739 as follows: State Funded Base Salary: $154,000 Juvenile Board Supplement: $12,739 Total Salary: $166,739 378th District Judge, William D. Wallace - Proposed increase of $607, for Juvenile Board Supplement, to salary. Increase from $12,132 to $12,739 as follows: State Funded Base Salary: $140,000 Juvenile Board Supplement: $12,739 Total Salary: $152,739 County Court at Law #1 Judge, Jim Chapman - Proposed increase of $607, for Juvenile Board Supplement, to salary. Increase from $12,132 to $12,739 as follows: County Funded Base Salary: $167,000 (Partially funded by the State) Juvenile Board Supplement: $12,739 Total Salary: $179,739 County Court at Law #2 Judge, Gene Calvert - Proposed increase of $607, for Juvenile Board Supplement, to salary. Increase from $12,132 to $12,739 as follows: County Funded Base Salary: $167,000 (Partially funded by the State) Juvenile Board Supplement: $12,739 Total Salary: $179,739 County Judge, Todd Little - Proposed increase of $607 to the Juvenile Board Supplement for a total supplement of $12,739. Proposed increase of $13,121 to the County Judge Base Salary for a total base salary of $96,573. The proposed increase of $13,121 is comprised of a $4,500 increase applicable to elected officials, and an $8,621 increase representing the difference between the prior administration's pre-grievance salary (approximately $92,073) and the reduced salary ($83,452) resulting from action taken by the prior administration subsequent to the 2018/2019 budgetary process, prior to leaving office. County Funded Base Salary: $96,573 Juvenile Board Supplement: $12,739 Total Salary: $109,312 - Proposed increase of $500 to conference. Increase from $2,500 to $3,000. - Proposed increase of $1,000 to travel reimbursement. Increase from $2,000 to $3,000.
Request to amend Orders 489.18, 490.18, and 491.18, the existing set of development regulations entitled Ellis County Quality Growth Initiatives - Volume I (Subdivision & Development Standards), Volume II (Drainage Design Manual), and Volume III (Standard Construction Details). These amendments are primarily designed to comply with recent changes in state law adopted under House Bill 3167 along with other related articles, section, and paragraphs; providing a conflicts clause; providing a severability clause, and an effective date.
Request to amend Minute Order No. 429.17, as amended, the Master Fee Schedule for the Department of Development.
RECESS TO CONVENE TO EXECUTIVE SESSION EXECUTIVE SESSION The Commissioners Court of Ellis County reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed in this agenda, in the order deemed appropriate, as authorized by Texas Government Code 551, or to seek the advice of its attorney and/or other attorneys representing Ellis County on any matter in which the duty of the attorney to the Commissioners Court under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Texas Government Code Chapter 551 or as otherwise may be permitted under 551. 4.1 Pursuant to §551.074 of the Government Code, consultation regarding personnel matters. 4.2 Pursuant to §551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel regarding pending or contemplated litigation concerning lstel, Inc. placing telecommunication poles in the county's right of way. 4.3 Pursuant to §551.072 of the Government Code, consultation regarding the value of real property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with a third person. 4.4 Pursuant to §551.071 of the Government Code, consultation regarding No. 3:17-cv-00067-S, Kipp v. Laubach and Ellis County. ADJOURNMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
Consideration and action to consent to settlement in No. 3:17-cv-00067-S, Kipp v. Laubach and Ellis County. -Ann Montgomery, County & District Attorney's Office
REGULAR AGENDA - Discussion, consideration, and action: DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT Consideration and action on a request to replat of Tract 9A Whispering Meadows Addition to subdivide the property into two (2) lots for residential use. The property contains a total of ± 4.997 acres located on the northeast corner of Boyce and Wilson Road, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Waxahachie, Road and Bridge Precinct No. 1.
Consideration and action on a request to grant a one-time variance for Parcel ID No. 147329 from Section IV (B) (4 - Residential Lots) of the Subdivision Development Standards to allow up to two (2) lots without meeting the 150-foot road frontage minimum requirement. The overall property contains ± 4.83 acres of land located at 2431 Patrick Road, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Waxahachie, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 4.
Consideration and action on a request to rescind Minute Order 84.02, an interlocal agreement between Ellis County and the City of Cedar Hill, Texas on platting authority in their extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), as there is no record of an ETJ in Ellis County.
Consideration and action on a request to repeal Minute Order 120.02, an interlocal agreement between Ellis County and the City of Cockrell Hill, Texas on platting authority in their extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), as there is no record of an ETJ in Ellis County.
Consideration and action on a request to repeal Minute Order 118.02, an interlocal agreement between Ellis County and the City of Glenn Heights, Texas on platting authority in their extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), as there is no record of an ETJ in Ellis County.
Consideration and action on a request to repeal Minute Order 45.04, an interlocal agreement between Ellis County and Howard, Texas on platting authority in their extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), as there is no official incorporated city of Howard in Ellis County.
Consideration and action on a request to repeal Minute Order 89.02, an interlocal agreement between Ellis County and the City of Lancaster, Texas on platting authority in their extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), as there is no record of an ETJ in Ellis County.
Consideration and action on a request to repeal Minute Order 126.02, an interlocal agreement between Ellis County and the City of Rice, Texas on platting authority in their extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), as there is no record of an ETJ in Ellis County.
PURCHASING Consideration and action as may be appropriate regarding approval for 7x16x3, 16k, Goose Neck trailer from Texas Pride Trailer in the amount of $9,760.25 for Road & Bridge Precinct 1.
Consideration and possible action concerning the disposition of the lstel pole on Greathouse Road. - Paul Perry, Commissioner, Road and Bridge Precinct 3
Consideration and action regarding approval for County Judge to sign letter of intent to purchase TXDOT property. - Todd Little, County Judge
Consideration and action to approve the salaries, expenses, and allowances of elected officials for Budget FY 2019-2020, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §152.011. - Todd Little, County Judge
Consideration and action to accept a check in the amount of $13,500.00 from Town Square Title for earnest money relating to the proposed sale of 114 South Rogers Street, Waxahachie, Texas, in 2011. -Ann Montgomery, County & District Attorney's Office
Consideration and action to accept an order of the Commissioners Court of Ellis County, Texas, authorizing the issuance and sale of Ellis County, Texas, tax notes, series 2019, in the aggregate principal amount of $5,100,000; levying a tax in payment thereof; prescribing the terms and provision of said notes; approving a purchase agreement and a bond counsel engagement letter; and enacting other provisions relating to the subject. - Miykael Reeve, CGFO, Audit
Discussion and Approval of arbitrage rebate contract with Hilltop Securities and authorization for County Judge to sign the agreement. - Miykael Reeve, CGFO, Audit
Acceptance of an agreement with Joseph A. White, Texas P.E. #62637, working as White Diversified Engineering, Incorporated, Texas Firm #F-4020 to provide hourly services to Ellis County, Texas. - Todd Little, County Judge
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON NON-RELATED AGENDA ITEMS - NO ACTION TO BE TAKEN Maximum five (5) minutes per individual or five (5) minutes for group representative. - Todd Little, County Judge
County Judge will call meeting to order, declare quorum if present, and declare notices legally posted pursuant to Open Meetings Act §551 Motion to open meeting Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance - County Judge Todd Little
Recognitions/Commendations/Awards
AA Recognition/Proclamation in honor of Ms. Evelyn Pace. -Todd Little, County Judge AB Proclamation in honor of 1/77 Scout Platoon. - Todd Little, County Judge
Consideration and action: Administrative: Al Approval of Regular Bills, Payroll, and Officers' Reports. A2 Approval of Commissioners' Court Minutes from August 13, 2019. - Krystal Valdez, County Clerk A3 Approval of completion of hours for Todd Little, County Judge - 2019 annual County Investment Academy education. - Todd Little, County Judge A4 Acceptance of hours for Cheryl Chambers, County Treasurer - 2019 annual County Investment Academy education requirement, 2019 annual County Treasurers' Association of Texas education requirement, and 2019-2020 Public Funds Investment Act education Requirement. - Cheryl Chambers, Treasurer A6 Acceptance of regular monthly reports for Texas AgriLife Extension agents. - Mark Arnold, Texas AgriLife Extension A7 Approval of the Intergovernmental Transfer (IGT) of Local Provider Participation Funds (LPPF) for Baylor Scott & White Waxahachie and Ennis Regional Hospital for the final DY8 Uncompensated Care (UC) payment to the State of Texas in an amount not to exceed the LPPF account balance. - Cheryl Chambers, Treasurer A8 Acceptance of 2019 Surplus Distribution from Texas Association of Counties Health and Employee Benefits Pool in the amount of $36,129.84. - Todd Little, County Judge Financial: Fl From 009-0602-400080 FMl-lnterlocal $53,717.20 To 009-0602-508020 FMl-Purchase of Equipment $53,717.20 - Randy Stinson, Commissioner, Road & Bridge Precinct 1 F2 From 009-0602-508070 FMl-Gen Misc. $40,000.00 To 009-0602-509110 FMl-Gravel $40,000.00 - Randy Stinson, Commissioner, Road & Bridge Precinct 1 F3 From 009-0602-509080 FMl-Lumber $10,000.00 To 009-0602-509060 FMl-Culverts $10,000.00 - Randy Stinson, Commissioner, Road & Bridge Precinct 1 F4 From 009-0602-509130 FMl-Chemicals $2,000.00 To 009-0602-509070 FMl-Tires $2,000.00 -Randy Stinson, Commissioner, Road & Bridge Precinct 1 F5 From 003-0601-508070 RBI-Gen Misc. $1,000.00 To 003-0601-508050 RBl-Conf/Dues $1,000.00 - Randy Stinson, Commissioner, Road & Bridge Precinct 1 F6 From 001-0614-508110 Auto Insurance $220.00; 001-0614-508060 Bonds $350.00; 001-0614-508050 Conference $700.00; 001-0614-508020 Equipment $940.00 To 001-0614-508190 Computer $2,090.00; 001-0614-508100 Auto Tires $20.00; 001-0614-507030 Telephone $100.00 - Mike Jones, Constable, Precinct 4 F7 From 001-0360-508880 Computer Service $2,500.00 To 001-0360-508330 Court Reporting $2,500.00 - Vance Hinds, County & District Attorney's Office F8 From 010-0653-509120 FM2 Bridge Repairs $2,000.00 To 010-0653-509090 FM2 Repairs Parts $2,000.00 - Lane Grayson, Commissioner, Road & Bridge Precinct 2 F9 From 001-0060-508080 Auto Gas $900.00; 001-0060-508090 Auto Repair $600.00; 001-0060-508100 Auto Tires $300.00; 001-0060-508730 Office Equip Maint Rps $300.00 To 001-0060-508010 Supplies $150.00; 001-0060-508190 Computer $1,950.00 -Alberto Mares, Department of Development F10 From 001-0230-508900 Co Supply Room $1,700.00 To 001-0230-508880 Computer Service $1,700.00 - EJ Harbin, Purchasing Fll From 001-0430-508080 Gas $400.00 To 001-0430-508680 EMC Contract Services (Copier) $400.00 -Samantha Pickett, Emergency Management F12 From 001-0370-508010 Supplies $3,000.00 To 001-0370-508020 Equipment $3,000.00 -John Bridges, Tax Assessor & Collector F13 From 042-0942-303020 Fund Balance $727.83 To 042-0942-508020 Equipment $727.83 -Chuck Edge, Sheriff F14 From 001-0010-506030 Ammunition $49.50; 001-0010-508030 Furniture $176.60; 001-0010-508190 Computer $32.12; 001-0010-508650 Pre-EmpI Screening $866.29; 001-0010-508700 Estray $1,000.00; 001-0010-509010 K9 Supplies & Expenses $4,000.00; 001-0010-509040 Animal Control $1,000.00; 001-0010-509380 Warrant Reviews $2,000.00 To 001-0010-507040 Pest Control $115.00; 001-0010-508010 Supplies $3,208.72; 001-0010-508070 Gen Misc $49.50; 001-0010-508090 Auto Repairs $4,000.00; 001-0010-508100 Auto Tires $751.29; 001-0010- 508890 Transport Expense $1,000.00 - Chuck Edge, Sheriff F15 From 001-0015-508650 Pre-EmpI Screening $265.27 To 001-0015-508020 Equipment $265.27 -Chuck Edge, Sheriff F16 From 001-0540-508050 Conference $600.00; 001-0540-506020 Staff Travel $600.00; 001-0540-507030 Telephone $1,000.00; 001-0540-508030 Office Furniture/Fixture $350.00; 001-0540-508060 Official Bond $200.00; 001-0540-508730 Maint/Rps Ofc Equip $600.00 To 001-0540-506010 Travel Reimbursement $600.00; 001-0540-508020 Equipment $2,400.00; 001-0540-508010 Supplies $350.00 - Steve Egan, Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 F17 From 001-0035-508080 Auto Gas/Oil $100.00; 001-0035-506010 Travel Reimbursement $500.00; 001-0035-508010 Supplies $10,000.00; 001-0035-508050 Conference $3,500.00; 001-0035-508680 Contract Services $4,500.00 To 001-0035-508840 Auto Insurance $100.00; 001-0035-508190 Computer $18,500.00 - Teral Crawford, Information Technology F18 From 001-0190-508020 Equipment $750.00; 001-0190-508730 Maint/Rps Ofc Equip $750.00 To 001-0190-508050 Conference $1,500.00 - William Wallace, 378th District Court F19 From 001-0375-509330 Consultant $4,050.00 To 001-0375-508190 Computer $1,750.00; 001-0375-506010 Travel Reimbursement $1,000.00; 001-0375-508010 Supplies $1,300.00 - Ted Kantor, Engineering F20 From 001-0520-508020 Equipment $1,300.00; 001-0520-508050 Conference $500.00; 001-0520-508740 Docket Books/Printing $200.00; 001-0520-506020 Staff Travel $400.00 To 001-0520-508010 Supplies $1,970.00; 001-0520-508730 Maint/Rps Office Equip $430.00-Jackie Miller, Jr., Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 F21 From 001-0320-506010 Travel Reimbursement $600.00; 001-0320-507030 Telephone $3,500.00; 001-0320-508050 Conference $760.00; 001-0320-508060 Official Bond/Dues $1,000.00; 001-0320-508730 Maint/Rps Ofc Equip $800.00 To 001-0320-508010 Supplies $6,660.00 - Krystal Valdez, County Clerk F22 From 001-0180-508020 Equipment $543.17 To 001-0180-506980 Law Books/Dues $343.17; 001-0180-506010 Travel Reimbursement $200.00 - Bob Carroll, 40th District Court F23 From 001-0420-508940 Secure Residential $85,100.00 To 001-0420-508720 Audit $100.00; 001-0420-508780 Juv Residential $75,000.00; 001-0420-508750 Juv Psychological $10,000.00-Miykael Reeve, CGFO, Audit, on behalf of Juvenile Board F24 From 001-0390-508730 Maint-Rsp Ofc Equip $1,475.00; 001-0390-508050 Conference $175; 001-0390-506060 Official Bond/Dues $600.00 To 001-0390-506010 Travel Reimbursement $1,000.00; 001-0390-508190 Computer $1,250.00 - Todd Little, County Judge
PUBLIC HEARINGS: Proposed increase of the following expenses of elected officials for Budget FY 2019-2020, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §152.013. Constable, Precinct 1, Roy Callender, Jr. - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $61,732 to $66,233. - Proposed increase of $2,000 to conference. Increase from $1,000 to $3,000. Constable, Precinct 2, Terry Nay - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $61,732 to $66,233. - Proposed increase of $2,000 to conference. Increase from $1,000 to $3,000. Constable, Precinct 3, Curtis Polk, Jr. - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $61,732 to $66,233. - Proposed increase of $2,000 to conference. Increase from $1,000 to $3,000. Constable, Precinct 4, Mike Jones - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $61,732 to $66,233. - Proposed increase of $2,000 to conference. Increase from $1,000 to $3,000. Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1, Chris Macon - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $67,698 to $72,468. - Proposed increase of $500 to conference. Increase from $2,500 to $3,000. - Proposed increase of $700 from travel reimbursement to auto allowance. Increase from $6,500 to $7,200. Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2, Jackie Miller, Jr. - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $67,698 to $72,468. - Proposed increase of $700 from travel reimbursement to auto allowance. Increase from $6,500 to $7,200. Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3, Dan Cox - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $67,698 to $72,468. - Proposed increase of $700 from travel reimbursement to auto allowance. Increase from $6,500 to $7,200. Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4, Steve Egan - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $67,698 to $72,468. - Proposed increase of $500 to conference. Increase from $2,500 to $3,000. - Proposed increase of $700 from travel reimbursement to auto allowance. Increase from $6,500 to $7,200. County Clerk, Krystal Valdez - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $74,630 to $79,130. District Clerk, Melanie Reed - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $74,630 to $79,130. - Proposed increase of $1,000 to conference. Increase from $2,000 to $3,000. County Tax Assessor/Collector, John Bridges - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $74,630 to $79,130. County Treasurer, Cheryl Chambers - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $74,630 to $79,130. Commissioner, Precinct 1, Randy Stinson - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $84,960 to $89,460. - Proposed increase of $500 to conference. Increase from $2,500 to $3,000. Commissioner, Precinct 2, Lane Grayson - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $84,960 to $89,460. - Proposed increase of $500 to conference. Increase from $2,500 to $3,000. Commissioner, Precinct 3, Paul Perry - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $84,960 to $89,460. Commissioner, Precinct 4, Kyle Butler - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $84,960 to $89,460. - Proposed increase of $500 to conference. Increase from $2,500 to $3,000. Sheriff, Charles Edge - Proposed increase of $4,500 to salary. Increase from $92,596 to $97,096. - Proposed increase of $1,300 to conference. Increase from $1,700 to $3,000. County and District Attorney, Patrick Wilson - Proposed increase of $607, for Juvenile Board Supplement, to salary. Increase from $12,132 to $12,739 as follows: State Funded Base Salary: $168,000 County Atty Supplement: $12,739 Total Salary: $180,739 40th District Judge, Bob Carroll - Proposed increase of $607, for Juvenile Board Supplement, to salary. Increase from $12,132 to $12,739 as follows: State Funded Base Salary: $168,000 Juvenile Board Supplement: $12,739 Total Salary: $180,739 443rd District Judge, Cindy Ermatinger - Proposed increase of $607, for Juvenile Board Supplement, to salary. Increase from $12,132 to $12,739 as follows: State Funded Base Salary: $154,000 Juvenile Board Supplement: $12,739 Total Salary: $166,739 378th District Judge, William D. Wallace - Proposed increase of $607, for Juvenile Board Supplement, to salary. Increase from $12,132 to $12,739 as follows: State Funded Base Salary: $140,000 Juvenile Board Supplement: $12,739 Total Salary: $152,739 County Court at Law #1 Judge, Jim Chapman - Proposed increase of $607, for Juvenile Board Supplement, to salary. Increase from $12,132 to $12,739 as follows: County Funded Base Salary: $167,000 (Partially funded by the State) Juvenile Board Supplement: $12,739 Total Salary: $179,739 County Court at Law #2 Judge, Gene Calvert - Proposed increase of $607, for Juvenile Board Supplement, to salary. Increase from $12,132 to $12,739 as follows: County Funded Base Salary: $167,000 (Partially funded by the State) Juvenile Board Supplement: $12,739 Total Salary: $179,739 County Judge, Todd Little - Proposed increase of $607 to the Juvenile Board Supplement for a total supplement of $12,739. Proposed increase of $13,121 to the County Judge Base Salary for a total base salary of $96,573. The proposed increase of $13,121 is comprised of a $4,500 increase applicable to elected officials, and an $8,621 increase representing the difference between the prior administration's pre-grievance salary (approximately $92,073) and the reduced salary ($83,452) resulting from action taken by the prior administration subsequent to the 2018/2019 budgetary process, prior to leaving office. County Funded Base Salary: $96,573 Juvenile Board Supplement: $12,739 Total Salary: $109,312 - Proposed increase of $500 to conference. Increase from $2,500 to $3,000. - Proposed increase of $1,000 to travel reimbursement. Increase from $2,000 to $3,000.
Request to amend Orders 489.18, 490.18, and 491.18, the existing set of development regulations entitled Ellis County Quality Growth Initiatives - Volume I (Subdivision & Development Standards), Volume II (Drainage Design Manual), and Volume III (Standard Construction Details). These amendments are primarily designed to comply with recent changes in state law adopted under House Bill 3167 along with other related articles, section, and paragraphs; providing a conflicts clause; providing a severability clause, and an effective date.
Request to amend Minute Order No. 429.17, as amended, the Master Fee Schedule for the Department of Development.
RECESS TO CONVENE TO EXECUTIVE SESSION EXECUTIVE SESSION The Commissioners Court of Ellis County reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed in this agenda, in the order deemed appropriate, as authorized by Texas Government Code 551, or to seek the advice of its attorney and/or other attorneys representing Ellis County on any matter in which the duty of the attorney to the Commissioners Court under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Texas Government Code Chapter 551 or as otherwise may be permitted under 551. 4.1 Pursuant to §551.074 of the Government Code, consultation regarding personnel matters. 4.2 Pursuant to §551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel regarding pending or contemplated litigation concerning lstel, Inc. placing telecommunication poles in the county's right of way. 4.3 Pursuant to §551.072 of the Government Code, consultation regarding the value of real property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with a third person. 4.4 Pursuant to §551.071 of the Government Code, consultation regarding No. 3:17-cv-00067-S, Kipp v. Laubach and Ellis County. ADJOURNMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
Consideration and action to consent to settlement in No. 3:17-cv-00067-S, Kipp v. Laubach and Ellis County. -Ann Montgomery, County & District Attorney's Office
REGULAR AGENDA - Discussion, consideration, and action: DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT Consideration and action on a request to replat of Tract 9A Whispering Meadows Addition to subdivide the property into two (2) lots for residential use. The property contains a total of ± 4.997 acres located on the northeast corner of Boyce and Wilson Road, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Waxahachie, Road and Bridge Precinct No. 1.
Consideration and action on a request to grant a one-time variance for Parcel ID No. 147329 from Section IV (B) (4 - Residential Lots) of the Subdivision Development Standards to allow up to two (2) lots without meeting the 150-foot road frontage minimum requirement. The overall property contains ± 4.83 acres of land located at 2431 Patrick Road, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Waxahachie, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 4.
Consideration and action on a request to rescind Minute Order 84.02, an interlocal agreement between Ellis County and the City of Cedar Hill, Texas on platting authority in their extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), as there is no record of an ETJ in Ellis County.
Consideration and action on a request to repeal Minute Order 120.02, an interlocal agreement between Ellis County and the City of Cockrell Hill, Texas on platting authority in their extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), as there is no record of an ETJ in Ellis County.
Consideration and action on a request to repeal Minute Order 118.02, an interlocal agreement between Ellis County and the City of Glenn Heights, Texas on platting authority in their extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), as there is no record of an ETJ in Ellis County.
Consideration and action on a request to repeal Minute Order 45.04, an interlocal agreement between Ellis County and Howard, Texas on platting authority in their extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), as there is no official incorporated city of Howard in Ellis County.
Consideration and action on a request to repeal Minute Order 89.02, an interlocal agreement between Ellis County and the City of Lancaster, Texas on platting authority in their extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), as there is no record of an ETJ in Ellis County.
Consideration and action on a request to repeal Minute Order 126.02, an interlocal agreement between Ellis County and the City of Rice, Texas on platting authority in their extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), as there is no record of an ETJ in Ellis County.
PURCHASING Consideration and action as may be appropriate regarding approval for 7x16x3, 16k, Goose Neck trailer from Texas Pride Trailer in the amount of $9,760.25 for Road & Bridge Precinct 1.
Consideration and possible action concerning the disposition of the lstel pole on Greathouse Road. - Paul Perry, Commissioner, Road and Bridge Precinct 3
Consideration and action regarding approval for County Judge to sign letter of intent to purchase TXDOT property. - Todd Little, County Judge
Consideration and action to approve the salaries, expenses, and allowances of elected officials for Budget FY 2019-2020, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §152.011. - Todd Little, County Judge
Consideration and action to accept a check in the amount of $13,500.00 from Town Square Title for earnest money relating to the proposed sale of 114 South Rogers Street, Waxahachie, Texas, in 2011. -Ann Montgomery, County & District Attorney's Office
Consideration and action to accept an order of the Commissioners Court of Ellis County, Texas, authorizing the issuance and sale of Ellis County, Texas, tax notes, series 2019, in the aggregate principal amount of $5,100,000; levying a tax in payment thereof; prescribing the terms and provision of said notes; approving a purchase agreement and a bond counsel engagement letter; and enacting other provisions relating to the subject. - Miykael Reeve, CGFO, Audit
Discussion and Approval of arbitrage rebate contract with Hilltop Securities and authorization for County Judge to sign the agreement. - Miykael Reeve, CGFO, Audit
Acceptance of an agreement with Joseph A. White, Texas P.E. #62637, working as White Diversified Engineering, Incorporated, Texas Firm #F-4020 to provide hourly services to Ellis County, Texas. - Todd Little, County Judge
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON NON-RELATED AGENDA ITEMS - NO ACTION TO BE TAKEN Maximum five (5) minutes per individual or five (5) minutes for group representative. - Todd Little, County Judge